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Best 94401 California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 888 students in 94401, CA (there are , serving 2,716 public students). 25% of all K-12 students in 94401, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 94401, CA include Centennial Montessori School, Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew, and Wherry Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
33% of private schools in 94401, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 888
  • Average Tuition: $21,370
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 25%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 45%
  • View 94401 California School Trends

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 888
  • Average Tuition: $21,370
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 25%
  • Average Class Size: 15 students
  • % Students of Color: 45%
  • View 94401 California School Trends

Top Ranked 94401 California ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

Centennial Montessori School Photo
Centennial Montessori School
Gr: PK-6 | 106 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Montessori School
27 10th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-1230
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Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew Photo
Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 11
Episcopal
16 Baldwin Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 274-0775
(3)
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Wherry Academy Photo
Wherry Academy
Gr: K-12
Avg. class size: 3 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
608 N. El Camino Real and 452 5th Avenue, Redwood City
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 367-6791
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Kids Konnect Infant Care & Preschool
Gr: NS-PK | 10 students
Daycare / Preschool
137 N San Mateo dr
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 383-7510
(1)
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Kinder Academy Montessori
Gr: K | 27 students
Montessori School
300 E Santa Inez Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 340-8819
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Muslim Children's Garden
Gr: PK-K | 31 students
Daycare / Preschool (Islamic)
225 Tilton Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 572-0222
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Pacific Rim International School
Gr: PK-7 | 115 students
Montessori School
454 Peninsula Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 685-1881
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St. Timothy School
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
1515 Dolan Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 342-6567
(11)
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Stanbridge Academy Photo
Stanbridge Academy
Gr: K-12 | 83 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 18
Special Education School
515 E. Poplar Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94401
(650) 375-5860
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 94401, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 94401, CA include Centennial Montessori School, Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew, and Wherry Academy.
How many private schools are located in 94401?
9 private schools are located in 94401.
How diverse are private schools in 94401?
94401 private schools are approximately 45% minority students, which is lower than the California private school average of 52%.
What percentage of students in 94401 go to private school?
25% of all K-12 students in 94401 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 94401?
33% of private schools in 94401 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal and Catholic).

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